January 21, 2025
 

Free learning series 'Little Kids, Big World' featured at North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum

BISMARCK, N.D. — Toddlers and preschoolers are invited to the free interactive learning series "Little Kids, Big World" at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. These interactive 30-minute programs introduce children to North Dakota’s fascinating history. Children and their accompanying adult(s) are asked to meet at the west entrance information desk. 

Feb. 1 Groundhogs, 10 a.m. What does a marmot named Phil, a small town in Pennsylvania, and a shadow have to do with each other? It is Groundhog Day! Create shadow puppets and learn about the history of Groundhog Day.  

Feb. 5 Groundhogs, 10 a.m. What does a marmot named Phil, a small town in Pennsylvania, and a shadow have to do with each other? It is Groundhog Day! Create shadow puppets and learn about the history of Groundhog Day. 

Feb. 8 Valentine’s Day, 10 a.m. Love is in the air on Valentine’s Day, but we love North Dakota every day here at the ND Heritage Center. Make your own North Dakota-themed Valentine’s Day card.  

Feb. 12 Valentine’s Day, 10 a.m. Love is in the air on Valentine’s Day but here at the Heritage Center, we love North Dakota every day. Make your own North Dakota themed Valentine’s Day card. 

Feb. 15 Winter Weather, 10 a.m. North Dakota is known for winter weather. Explore some of the craziest storm experiences and make an icicle painting.  

Feb. 19 Winter Weather, 10 a.m. North Dakota is known for winter weather. Explore some of the craziest storm experiences and make an icicle painting. 

Feb. 22 Black History Month, 10 a.m. Rosemary Sauvageau Nestingen was named Miss North Dakota in 2012. She was the first African American woman to be given the crown. Decorate your own paper crown to wear in her honor and learn about her legacy.  

Feb. 26 Black History Month, 10 a.m. Rosemary Sauvageau Nestingen was named Miss North Dakota in 2012. She was the first African American woman to be given the crown. Decorate our own paper crowns to wear in her honor and learn about her legacy. 

For more information, contact Education and Engagement Manager Laura Forde, shsprograms@nd.gov or 701.328.2792. The ND Heritage Center & State Museum is open Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., and Saturday-Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Find upcoming State Historical Society of North Dakota events at history.nd.gov/events. 

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CONTACT
Kara Haff, Public Information Officer
701.328.3547

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